Diminishing dividend

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The end of the Cold War was expected to produce a peace dividend, money from unfunded defense programs, that could be used to help the economies of the US and European nations. Defense spending has only declined substantially in a few countries, while the Gulf War and other ongoing conflicts make unilateral reductions seem foolish. Moreover, defense industries are a large part of the economies of many countries and cannot be eliminated overnight. Some economic displacement will also occur as defense workers are moved back into the commercial sector.

Europe, Economic aspects, Economic policy, Defense spending, Cold War, 1945-1991

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Polaris schoolyard habitat

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The K-12 Polaris School in Alaska is engaged in a program sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation to educate students concerning the wetland ecosystem surrounding their school. Students in this innovative Schoolyard Habitat program are taught how to design a balanced habitat for animals and plants, and how to implement their ideas through community action.

Alaska, Management, Environmental aspects, Schools, Educational innovations, Environmental education, Activity programs (Education), National Wildlife Federation, Activity programs in education

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Failure-mechanism savvy results in better arrester

Article Abstract:

The use of zinc oxide low-voltage surge arresters in electrical distribution systems is discussed.

Usage, Equipment and supplies, Electric power system stability, Spark arresters

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